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6. I agree. There's been a slow progression through history though from...

Reply to Auggie (Reply #3)

Wed Jun 5, 2024, 04:03 PM

Jun 2024

12 to 14 to 16 to 17...it seems inevitable that it's going to 18 soon and then 20. The NFL is such a powerful moneymaker for the networks, it won't be stopped...players' health be damned. They're replaceable.

There's a new crop of rookies from college every year.

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NFL Commissioner Goodell just said on the Pat McAffe show that he's no fan of pre-season games... [View all] brush Jun 2024 OP

It's not the same wear and tear. Starters aren't playing the entire game in preseason games, rsdsharp Jun 2024 #1

True enough. The NFL doesn't give a shit about all that...just about what's best for the NFL. brush Jun 2024 #2

They Don't Play Some Of Those Games At All ProfessorGAC Jun 2024 #11

I've heard coaches say they only need two preseason games to prepare for a season Auggie Jun 2024 #3

I agree. There's been a slow progression through history though from... brush Jun 2024 #6

It would be a loss..... MyOwnPeace Jun 2024 #4

Mixed feelings. bluedigger Jun 2024 #5

BTW: there's potential to shorten the careers of a lot of fan favorites too Auggie Jun 2024 #7

Oh, I agree. I thought the 14-game season was perfect as the pros are grown men with adult bodies... brush Jun 2024 #8

Which exclusive streaming service would get that extra game I wonder? Bristlecone Jun 2024 #9

+1 Auggie Jun 2024 #10

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